One of my most memorable evenings in Athens was the first time I dined in a roof top restaurant admiring the Parthenon from afar. Here is a llist of some favorites scattered around the city of Athens where you are almost always guaranteed a starry summer night.
- Electra Restaurant: Located at the Hotel Electra Palace in Plaka, one of the best spots of the city. Located @ Nikodimou Street 18 – 20. Tel. 210.3370000
- Filostroin: A great spot for traditional Greek appetizers. Located @ Apostolou Pavlou Street 23. Tel. 210.3467554
- Galaxy at the Hilton: You will find this spot in the Hilton Hotel of Athens in its top notch Penthouse; a must see. Located @ Vassilissis Sofias Avenue 46. Tel. 210.7281000
- Grand Bretagne Roof Garden: One of the best hotels in the city with an ideal location with famed views of the Acropolis & Parthenon. Located @ Syntagma Square. Tel. 210.3330000
- Kitromilo: Located a bit further downtown this Cypriot inspired casual restaurant featuring many specials from Cyprus. Located @ Panormou Avenue & Alexi Pavli Street 34. Tel. 210.6910590
- Kuzina: Home of Chef Airs Tsanaklidis this gem offers both domestic & Fusion dishes. Located @ Adrianou Street 9. Tel. 210.324.0133
- Olive Garden: As the name implies you will dine surrounded on this roof top by Olive Trees. Located @ Panepistimiou Street 52. Tel. 210.3838511
- The Balkoni Stis Kyklades: This gem has a balcony with a great view serving great specials from the Cyclade Islands. Located @ Pavlou Mela Street 13. Tel. 210.7640240
- Varoulko: This fine dining establishment featuring modern Greek Cuisine will have you begging for more where you must try the fish. Located @ Piereos Avenue 80 Tel. 210.5228400
- Vasilainas: Established in 1920, this spot keeps going with an array of fine specialties. Located @ Aitolikou Street 72 Tel. 210.4612457
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